Duluth Welcomes Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and More

News Summary

Duluth has recently welcomed a new dining option with the opening of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen at Jigsaw Development. The restaurant offers a diverse menu that includes chicken, seafood, and catering services. Additionally, Jigsaw is expanding with Mister Car Wash, 7 Brew Drive Thru Coffee, and Take 5 Oil Change, further enhancing conveniences for residents. The local dining scene is also evolving with PhoHolic planning its second location where China Cafe once stood, indicating a vibrant growth in the community’s culinary landscape.

Duluth has welcomed a new dining option with the recent opening of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, which opened its doors earlier this week at 604 W. Central Entrance within the Jigsaw Development. The restaurant occupies 2,500 square feet and offers a diverse menu that includes wraps, wings, signature chicken, sandwiches, tenders, seafood, sides, beverages, and desserts. Catering services are also available for those interested in food for larger gatherings.

Reports from local social media groups indicate that the restaurant saw long lines forming the Thursday following its opening, suggesting a strong initial interest from the community. The menu is designed to accommodate various dining needs, with options for family meals, combo deals, and kids’ meals.

Additional Developments at Jigsaw

The Jigsaw Development continues to expand its offerings, having also recently opened Mister Car Wash in January. This facility, located at the intersection of Anderson Road and Central Entrance, has been experiencing high traffic, particularly during the winter months as customers seek to remove road salt from their vehicles. It features a unique approach that allows customers to remain in their cars while being guided through the wash process.

Moreover, two new tenants are soon to join the Jigsaw Development: 7 Brew Drive Thru Coffee kiosk and Take 5 Oil Change. The upcoming 7 Brew will mark the second Minnesota location for the popular coffee chain, which currently operates out of Bemidji. Nationwide, 7 Brew boasts a total of 433 locations. The Duluth kiosk will feature a single drive-thru lane and parking for up to five vehicles, offering a menu that includes coffees, lattes, energy drinks, infused sparkling waters, teas, lemonades, smoothies, and shakes.

Take 5 Oil Change, known for its rapid oil change services conducted without customers needing to leave their vehicles, is part of a larger expansion effort. Duluth’s location will be one of five new sites being launched in the coming months, further increasing convenience for residents seeking automotive maintenance.

Changes in Local Dining Options

In addition to the developments within Jigsaw, the restaurant scene in Duluth is also evolving. PhoHolic Vietnamese restaurant is planning to open a second location in the former site of China Cafe on London Road. This anticipated location is slated to open in July following renovations, offering enhanced dining space and parking along with an expanded menu. The existing PhoHolic restaurant is situated on Central Entrance.

It is worth noting that China Cafe closed on April 30, 2024, after more than 20 years of operation, paving the way for this upcoming Vietnamese dining option.

Conclusion

The recent developments, including the opening of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and the expansion of the Jigsaw Development, demonstrate a growing interest in new dining and service options within Duluth. Local residents are likely to benefit from these new establishments, enhancing the community’s culinary landscape and service accessibility.

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